Deep Vein Thrombosis: Causes , Symptoms, Treatment

Deep Vein Thrombosis

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Deep Vein Thrombosis

   Overview of Deep vein thrombosis
   Causes of Deep vein thrombosis.
   Signs and symptoms of Deep vein thrombosis.
   Diagnosis of Deep vein thrombosis.
   Treatment for Deep vein thrombosis

Overview of Deep vein thrombosis

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) refers to a condition of the blood vessels (veins) that is characterized by formation of clots. The clots are typically noted in the blood vessels that carry blood back to the heart (veins) and are present deep inside the body. This condition mostly affects the deep veins of the leg or the pelvis while, it may occasionally be noted in the veins of the arms.

Causes of Deep vein thrombosis

The causes of Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) have been categorized under three main groups (referred to as Virchow’s triad in medical terminology) and include: Vein injuries, Faster blood clotting, Decreased blood flow rate

Signs and symptoms of Deep vein thrombosis

Sign and symptoms of Deep vein thrombosis...

Diagnosis of Deep vein thrombosis

Diagnosis of deep vein thrombosis is based on comprehensive review of the signs and symptoms noted physical examination, laboratory tests and imaging studies.Physical examination is generally performed by the physician

Treatment of Deep vein thrombosis

The goal of the treatment is to prevent the occurrence of a condition known as pulmonary embolism (clots in the lungs). Hospitalization may be necessary in severe cases or certain high risk cases. Other cases can be effectively

Written by: Healthplus24 team
Date last updated: July 18, 2011

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References

National Heart Lung and Blood Institute Disease and Condition Index. Deep Vein Thrombosis. [updated: Nov 2007: cited: Nov 2009]. Available at http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/dci/Diseases/Dvt/DVT_WhatIs.html.
Medline Plus. Deep venous thrombosis.[updated: Jan 2009;cited: Nov 2009].Available at : http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000156.htm
The Merck Manual Online Medical library. Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). [updated: February 2008; cited: Nov 2009].Available at: http://www.merck.com/mmhe/sec03/ch036/ch036b.html.